422 Results with the "Mystery" genre


    • Chapter 11: Serenity Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter "Serenity" explores the narrator's complex relationship with her psychic abilities and the profound grief following her mother's death. Despite achieving fame and success as a psychic, the narrator couldn't foresee her mother's terminal illness. She describes showering her mother with luxuries—a Malibu bungalow, celebrity encounters, and extravagant gifts—yet these couldn't shield her from the pain of watching her mother wither away. The loss left her emotionally shattered, forcing her to…
    • Chapter 43: Jenna Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter "Jenna" from *Leaving Time* explores themes of memory, loss, and the deep connections between humans and elephants. The narrator, Jenna, describes visiting her mother during the twilight hours between night and morning, where her mother shares stories about her work with orphaned elephants. These tales serve as a substitute for the bedtime stories Jenna missed during their separation, highlighting the emotional void left by her mother's absence and the comfort found in their reunions. One of…
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      Lily 6

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Lily startled by screams, only to discover her mother watching a video of two lynxes fighting in the forest. Her mother, a wildlife enthusiast, explains the animals' behavior as "pent-up kitten energy" and proudly shares that she filmed the encounter. Lily, preparing for a date with Asher, notes her mother's pointed comment about his frequent visits, hinting at their growing closeness. As she leaves, the sounds of the wildcats' screams linger, mirroring the intensity of her own…
    • Chapter 22: Alice Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter explores the intricate mating rituals of elephants, emphasizing how communication combines vocalizations and physical gestures. For instance, a matriarch’s “let’s go” rumble is paired with body positioning to guide the herd. During mating, males produce deep, guttural musth rumbles, which vary between individuals and are accompanied by ear movements and urine dribbling. These sounds serve multiple purposes, from asserting dominance to attracting mates, showcasing the complexity of…
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      TEN

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter follows Ellie, a lawyer living with the Fisher family, as she adapts to the Amish way of life while preparing for Katie's trial. Despite her initial unfamiliarity with farming, Ellie throws herself into the labor-intensive tobacco harvest, determined to prove her resilience to Aaron Fisher, Katie's father. The work is physically demanding, but Ellie takes pride in keeping pace with the family, hoping to earn their respect. Meanwhile, the trial preparations take a backseat to the harvest, as…
    • Chapter 1: Jenna Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter introduces Jenna, a precocious thirteen-year-old with an exceptional understanding of memory. She distinguishes between different types of memory—factual, sensory, academic, and personal—and reflects on her early fascination with the subject, which led her to conduct independent studies in school. Jenna’s first memory, from when she was just nine months old, involves her mother feeding her cotton candy and speaking to her in Xhosa, a language she learned in South Africa. This vivid…
    • Chapter 33: Virgil Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Virgil, a former law enforcement officer, is determined to uncover the truth about a decade-old case involving a buried body presumed to be Nevvie Ruehl. He realizes that obtaining a DNA sample from the state lab’s autopsy records is his best chance, but as a civilian, he lacks the authority to access the evidence. Instead, he attempts to persuade Ralph, an evidence room custodian at the Boone PD, to help him by flattering his ego and appealing to his sense of importance. Despite Virgil’s efforts,…
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      Buried Prey

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Buried Prey, ​Lucas Dav­en­port​ con­fronts a chill­ing ghost from his past when the bod­ies of two miss­ing girls—Kate Jones and Martha John­son—are unearthed after 25 years. Orig­i­nal­ly dis­missed as a cold case from Davenport’s ear­ly days as a Min­neapo­lis cop, the dis­cov­ery reopens old wounds and expos­es a web of lies, cor­rup­tion, and a killer who’s been hid­ing in plain sight. As Dav­en­port revis­its…
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      Olivia 1

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Olivia reflecting on her initial desire to have a daughter, envisioning a future filled with shared moments like manicures and school bus rides. However, when her son Asher is born, she feels relief, believing a boy will be less vulnerable to the hardships she fears for a girl. This introspective moment sets the tone for Olivia’s protective nature and her tendency to prepare for the worst, a theme that recurs throughout the chapter. Olivia introduces her life as a beekeeper in…
    • Chapter 12: Alice Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the death of Mmaabo, a matriarch elephant, observed by the researcher Alice. Mmaabo's herd, particularly her daughter Onalenna, attempts to revive her, displaying behaviors that suggest grief, such as prodding her body and vocalizing distress. Another unrelated elephant, Sethunya, arrives and performs a solemn, swaying ritual over Mmaabo’s body, further hinting at cross-herd mourning. Alice meticulously documents these interactions, noting the elephants' unique identifiers and…
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